Nutritional Science Jargon

noun the process of cell differentiation in which preadipocytes become adipocytes (fat cells)

• Adipogenesis is the process by which preadipocytes mature into adipocytes.
• I learned about adipogenesis in my biology class.
• Adipogenesis is like when your fat cells decide to grow up and become full-fledged fat cells.
• In a way, adipogenesis can be compared to a caterpillar transforming into a butterfly.

noun the state or quality of being excessively fat or obese; obesity

• The researcher's study focused on the relationship between adiposity and cardiovascular health.
• She's been watching her diet to reduce her adiposity.
• I need to hit the gym and work off this adiposity.
• The city's adiposity, in the form of excessive bureaucracy, was hindering progress.